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ingredients

1 quart half-and-half

1 head cauliflower (2 pounds), cut into 1-inch-wide florets

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Special equipment: parchment paper

preparation

Bring half-and-half with cauliflower, covered directly with a round of parchment paper, just to a boil in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, then reduce heat and simmer until cauliflower is tender, 10 to 12 minutes.

Transfer cauliflower with a slotted spoon to a blender and blend with 1/4 cup cooking liquid until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids), then add salt and pepper. Reheat over low heat, stirring occasionally, before serving.